Recent Press Releases
STRATFORD’S FIRST-EVER POET LAUREATE AND YOUTH POET
LAUREATE ANNOUNCED February 20, 2025
PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN DESTINATION STRATFORD AND THE STRATFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY CREATES STRATFORD’S FIRST EVER POET LAUREATE PROGRAM AND NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN NOW November 14, 2024
5TH ANNUAL LIGHTS ON STRATFORD WINTER FESTIVAL SET TO ‘REIMAGINE’ STRATFORD IN A NEW LIGHT November 13, 2024
DESTINATION STRATFORD SURPASSES LAST YEAR’S RECORD AS THE LARGEST CHRISTMAS TRAIL WITH FIFTY RETAILERS FOR THE ULTIMATE HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE November 1, 2024
UK AWARD-WINNING COLLECTIVE NYX TO CLOSE OUT LIGHTS ON STRATFORD AT TOM PATTERSON THEATRE IN JANUARY October 29, 2024
DESTINATION STRATFORD RECEIVES UNANIMOUS APPROVAL FOR YEAR-ROUND AL FRESCO PROGRAM October 16, 2024
DESTINATION STRATFORD EXPANDS FUNDING FOR WINTER MUSIC POP-UPS September 9, 2024
LIGHTS ON STRATFORD ANNOUNCES MAJOR LIGHT ART INSTALLATIONS IN MARKET SQUARE FOR ITS 5TH ANNUAL WINTER LIGHTS FESTIVAL June 24, 2024
STRATFORD DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT FUND SELECTS 10 NEW CULTURAL EXPERIENCES TO SUPPORT IN 2024/25 May 24, 2024
DESTINATION STRATFORD RELAUNCHES SAVOUR & SIP CULINARY TRAIL AFTER SUCCESSFUL FIRST YEAR May 1, 2024
Recent Coverage
City’s swan parade tradition a rite of spring March 14, 2025 Stratford Today
Stratford: Setting the stage for a year-round tourist economy March 13, 2025 The Beacon Herald
Local teen selected as the first youth poet laureate in Stratford February 26, 2025
10 best day trips from Toronto this winter January 9, 2025 Streets of Toronto
15+ Things to Do Outdoors During Winter in Stratford and Perth County January 4, 2025
A Festive Road Trip To Stratford December 31, 2024 Stephanie Galt Loving Local
This dreamy twinkle-lit town is one of Ontario’s most romantic Christmas getaway spots December 9, 2024 Narcity
Lights On Stratford preparing for another year December 6, 2024 Stratford Today
Glow and Throw offers unique way to curl this winter December 5, 2024 Stratford Today
Mesmerizing life-sized light installations will take over an Ontario city for the holidays November 19, 2024 Curiocity
Applications open for Stratford’s first ever Poet Laureate Program
November 16, 2024 Stratford Today
Lights On Stratford to ‘Reimagine’ the city in a new light November 14, 2024 Stratford Today
Stratford launching Poet Laureate program November 13, 2024 The Beacon Herald
Christmas Trail returning with record-setting season November 1, 2024 Stratford Today
Christmas Trail returns; U.K.-based electric drone choir to close out Lights on Stratford November 1, 2024 The Beacon Herald
Council approves year-round Al Fresco program October 21, 2024 CKNX
A Stratford play that keeps getting better October 18, 2024 Toronto Sun
These 5 Ontario towns are perfect for a fall weekend getaway
October 18, 2024 Streets of Toronto
Al Fresco program gets year-round approval October 18, 2024 Stratford Today
Make your escape to charming Stratford, Ontario September 21, 2024 Toronto Sun
Walking tours a tasty way to learn about food, community: Jasmine Mangalaseril September 21, 2024 CBC Kitchener-Waterloo
Destination Stratford expands funding for winter music pop-ups
September 19, 2024 Stratford Beacon Herald
Destination Stratford funding musical cultural events this winter
September 16, 2024 Stratford Today
41 Iconic Places to Visit in Ontario, Canada (2024) September 16, 2024 The Planet D
Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2024 featuring The Starlight September 2024
Green bins coming to Market Square August 24, 2024 Stratford Today
Destination Stratford unveils sports tourism strategy
August 20, 2024 Stratford Today
The delights of Stratford A quaint getaway close to home
August 1, 2024 Buffalo Spree
Meet Your Maker: Ånde August 2024 Toque
There’s a historic town in Ontario with Shakespeare-themed gardens
July 30, 2024 Curiocity
Stratford Café Culture July 29, 2024 Dine Magazine
Headed to the Stratford Festival this year? Here’s what you need to know
June 12, 2024 CBC
Stratford: things to do and see in Ontario’s mecca for arts and culture
May 17, 2024 Toronto Star
Come celebrate local arts, history and culture in Ontario this summer
May 17, 2024 The Globe and Mail
What Toronto can learn from Stratford and Niagara-on-the-Lake: communities can thrive when they prioritize the arts May 17, 2024 Toronto Star
4 Small Towns In Ontario With European Vibes To Visit This Summer
May 13, 2024 Forbes
How Stratford, Ontario is Utilizing Sustainable Tourism Initiatives
April 15, 2024 Modern Traveller
Small Town Road Trip Destination: Stratford March 2024 Belly magazine
Head to Stratford For a Colourful Spring Getaway – Top Things to See & Do
March 28, 2024 To Do Canada
Stamp House Stratford: Come for the Cooking Experience, Stay for the Night
March 27, 2024 Ultimate Ontario
7 Dreamy Small Towns Near Toronto That Are Even More Charming In The Spring March 24, 2024 Narcity
Follow Ontario’s best food tours and trails March 2024 Destination Ontario
9 magical destinations in Ontario I love to visit when I’m missing Europe
March 22, 2024 Narcity
Stratford Festival celebrates 2023 surplus amidst attendance jump
March 20, 2024 CTV London
All the fun of a disco party, sans thumping speakers March 14, 2024 Stratford Today
30 Best Small Towns in Ontario You Need to Visit March 7, 2024 Justin + Lauren
20 Incredible Ontario Destinations To Visit In Your 20s March 5, 2024 Narcity
Lights On Stratford sets the city aglow: record-breaking attendance at this year’s festival February 22, 2024 The Hamilton Spectator
8 of the most romantic cities & towns in Ontario February 8, 2024 Curiocity
These are the best gluten-free restaurants in Stratford, Ontario
January 2024 Roadtripper.ca
Lights On Stratford, with a new format, ‘absolutely a success’
January 20, 2024 Stratford Today
Canada’s Hidden Gem is The World’s Smallest Movie Theatre
January 17, 2024 NUVO
Lights On Stratford lets you see Stratford in a whole new light
January 2024 Roadtripper.ca
Modern Travel – A One Tank Trip to Stratford, Ontario
January 10, 2024 Modern Mississauga
The Stratford Chocolate Trail is one of the best ways in Ontario to indulge
January 2024 Roadtripper.ca